Five things happened in the summer of 2022 that changed everything for J. Birch, the Anishinaabe creator behind #SaveQueerStories. There was the interview that Elliot Page did with Esquire about his transition, right around the same time Nimona creator ND Stevenson posted a comic about his own transition. It was also the summer that Birch […]
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Critical acclaim for ‘Emilia Pérez’ comes with criticism, too
Leading this year’s Oscar contenders by the sheer number of nominations, the musical comedy Emilia Pérez is eliciting criticism in addition to critical acclaim for its portrayal of transgender people and Mexican culture. The film won the best musical/comedy at the recent Golden Globes, setting it up as a strong Academy Awards contender. The film […]
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LGBTQ+ stories to watch: The most anticipated movies and TV shows of 2025
LGBTQ+ movie and TV fans used to have to scour the archives of the indie and festival scene to find queer-friendly stories. In 2025 we’ve finally made enough progress that gay-friendly cinema is one of the most relevant genres being made today. Some of Hollywood’s most famous stars are willing to attach their names to […]
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Why aren’t soap operas more gay?
Soaps are failing LGBTQ+ viewers. With four network soaps, all of which have been airing for decades, the dearth of representation of LGBTQ+ storylines is disappointing at best. Looking back at queer storylines over the years, soaps seem to be moving backward, not forward, from some groundbreaking characters and storylines that debuted decades ago to little […]
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12 unmissable LGBTQ+ films and TV shows that defined 2024
Whittling down the best queer movies or shows of the year has become a near impossible task these days. There’s just so much incredible LGBTQ+ storytelling to admire and enjoy and even make your lifelong obsession. It’s a good problem to have, one that should never be taken for granted. But now imagine having to […]
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10 more LGBTQ+ holiday films and where to find them
Last year we put out a list of 15 LGBTQ+ films and where to find them, and it’s been one of our most popular posts ever. That’s why we’re bringing you 10 more holiday films featuring LGBTQ+ characters and storylines and where you can watch them right now. The Holiday Club Written, directed, and starring […]
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The Holiday Club: A heartfelt friends-to-lovers film perfect for the season
The latest film by writer, director, and actor Alexandra Swarens offers a slow-burn, “will they or won’t they,” friends-to-lovers romance with The Holiday Club. Starring Swarens and Mak Shealy, the film takes viewers to small-town Ohio, where two women bond over disastrous holidays. Bailey (Swarens) is a kind bakery owner whose girlfriend shows little interest […]
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LGBTQ+ horror movies to watch this spooky season and beyond
While horror was never dead (or undead), it has certainly been making a comeback in recent years. Films like Longlegs, Terrifier, and The Substance have been cashing in at the box office. But what about queer horror? There are dozens of horror films where LGBTQ+ people aren’t just nameless victims to slashers or monsters. The […]
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Revisiting “Friends”: The show’s complicated relationship with LGBTQ+ issues
Friends trampled its competitors in the Neilson ratings throughout the 1990s and 2000s and ushered in a new era of non-family-oriented sitcoms. Centered on six pals in their late 20s to early 30s, the NBC phenomenon hugged audiences tight with relatable storylines about living young and having fun in New York City. 30 years after […]
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15 films and tv series about LGBTQ+ history and where to find them
While LGBTQ+ history is rich, it’s often not taught or widely known to a mainstream audience. Much of our history is hidden in the annals of archives or through oral tradition. How can we look to the future when we remain unclear about our past? This history month, we’re examining how our stories have been […]
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“But the Bible says!”: How one mistake accidentally sparked today’s anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric
This article originally appeared in Philadelphia Gay News as part of the LGBTQ+ History Month series. After months of deliberation, David Sheldon Fearon wrote a letter in 1959 to the committee responsible for developing the Revised Standard Version (RSV) of the Bible. Fearon, recently deceased, was then a 21-year-old seminary student in Canada who hoped […]
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Love Heartstopper? You’ll enjoy these LGBTQ+ series next
Netflix’s uplifting LGBTQ+ teen saga Heartstopper has changed the game when it comes to queer entertainment. Instead of perpetuating negativity and forcing traumatic stereotypes onto the community, the series answers what it would be like if non-straight adolescents got the same opportunities as their heteronormative counterparts. Is it corny a lot of the time? You […]
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GLAAD’s latest responsibility report gives failing or insufficient ratings to most film studios
GLAAD’s 2024 Studio Responsibility Index report was released this morning and shows that Hollywood film studios are still falling behind when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation. GLAAD’s study analyzed 256 films distributed by U.S. studios in 2023, focusing on the inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters. Films with a runtime of 65 minutes or more, were reviewed […]
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Katherine Barrell and Dom Provost-Chalkley on “Wynonna Earp: Vengeance” and the enduring appeal of Wayhaught
Please note: the following interview contains spoilers for “Wynonna Earp: Vengeance.” Bookmark this page if you want to avoid spoilers until after you’ve watched the special. Wynonna is back and badder than ever. After the beloved show “Wynonna Earp” was canceled by Syfy in 2021, fans fought for over two years to keep the hope […]
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Is LGBTQ+ TV growing or in stasis?
America is more LGBTQ+ than ever. The latest 2024 Gallup poll finds LGBTQ+ identification in the U.S. expanding annually with 7.6% of U.S. adults now identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or some other sexual orientation other than heterosexual. This percentage is up a full 2% from 5.6% four years ago and is more than double […]
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LGBTQ+ critics honor ‘Hacks,’ ‘Interview with the Vampire’ at 2024 Dorian TV Awards
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has announced the winners of the 2024 Dorian TV Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in television and streaming. In its16th year, the awards celebrated shows and talents that have made a significant impact in the industry. According to a press release sent out by GALECA, Max’s hit series “Hacks” […]
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“Wynonna Earp: Vengeance” gets a trailer and a new life thanks to fans and Tubi
Fandoms are known for going to bat for their favorite shows. However, some fans have gone above and beyond to save the shows they love. “Wynonna Earp” premiered in 2016 on Syfy Network and quickly became a beloved series for its complex female characters and centering queer love between two of the show’s main characters. The titular […]
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‘Am I OK?’: Dakota Johnson stars in a film about coming out in your 30s
The long-awaited Dakota Johnson lesbian rom-com, “Am I OK?” finally premiered on Max two years after its festival premiere and it does so just in time for Pride Month. The cute film about coming out later in life is directed by the sapphic married couple Stephanie Allynne and Tig Notaro, the latter of whom makes […]
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LGBTQ+ critics org GALECA unveils 2024 Dorian TV Awards nominations
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has announced the 2024 Dorian TV Awards nominations, recognizing excellence in television and streaming across 24 categories. This 500-member organization, in its 15th year, includes critics from media outlets across the U.S. and beyond. Leading the drama categories are AMC’s “Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire” with six […]
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GLAAD’s annual “Where We Are On TV” report shows a troubling trend in LGBTQ+ representation
GLAAD, the LGBTQ+ advocacy organization, has released its annual “Where We Are On TV” report and confirmed what many television viewers had suspected: there were fewer LGBTQ+ characters and storylines on broadcast television and streaming in 2023 than in 2022. Last year at News is Out, we covered the trend of “Cancel Your Gays” in […]
